So back in November I had a post menopausal bleed and gp arranged for a hysteroscopy. This was done in the new year and thankfully came back clear .
Whilst having the hysteroscopy they did my smear ( I had missed having one for several years) Now my smear result has come back with high risk but mild changes HPV so I'm waiting for a colposcopy. 
As I have turned 55 I was sent a bowel screening test and this has returned with blood in sample to say I'm anxious is an understatement and I've had to take time from work ( also in middle of moving and a mum in law with vascular dementia) 

They say don't google but too late and am now worried that the two are linked . I'm trying not to panic and worry but that's easier said than done . 
Any experiences of either procedures would be welcome , especially colonoscopy. To sedate or not to sedate ?